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Can India’s New Space Missions Launch The Country’s Spacetech Startups Into A New Orbit?

Inc42 · 9m ago

Can India’s New Space Missions Launch The Country’s Spacetech Startups Into A New Orbit?

- India's growing presence in space exploration attracts international partnerships and funds to the spacetech ecosystem. - The Venus Orbiter Mission and other space programs enhance the confidence of international investors and customers. - The collaboration between the government and private sector is paving the way for a thriving Indian spacetech ecosystem. - By 2030, the Indian spacetech market is projected to exceed $77 billion. - Increased investments and collaborations are driving innovation and growth in the Indian spacetech industry. - India's space exploration initiatives are transforming it into a global hub for spacetech innovation.

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GalaxEye partners with Florida firm for Mission Drishti, tap into global markets

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

GalaxEye partners with Florida firm for Mission Drishti, tap into global markets

GalaxEye, a Bengaluru-based spacetech company, has partnered with Florida-based Impulso Space for its Mission Drishti to provide launch services for its multi-sensor Earth observation satellite. Scheduled for launch with SpaceX, Impulso Space brings experience from 13 missions, including minisatellites and CubeSats. The partnership offers GalaxEye integrated services like payload processing and secure storage, enhancing their operational capabilities. The mission aligns with GalaxEye’s growth strategy, expanding their market reach.

ISRO to launch communication satellite of US-based AST SpaceMobile

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YourStory · 6m ago

ISRO to launch communication satellite of US-based AST SpaceMobile

ISRO's LVM3 rocket is set to launch a communication satellite for US-based AST SpaceMobile in March, aiding space-based cellular broadband services. The launch reflects ISRO's expanding international collaborations, including projects like NISAR with NASA. ISRO's ambitious agenda features the Gaganyaan mission and other significant satellite launches, enhancing India's space exploration capabilities. Upcoming missions also aim to bolster India’s navigation systems with indigenously developed technology, underlining public-private partnerships in advancing India’s space presence.

Former ISRO chief S Somanath joins Skyroot Aerospace as honorary chief technical advisor - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 18d ago

Former ISRO chief S Somanath joins Skyroot Aerospace as honorary chief technical advisor - The Economic Times

Former ISRO chairman S Somanath joined Skyroot Aerospace as honorary chief technical advisor. Somanath, a launch vehicle expert, will support Skyroot in launching its Vikram-1 rocket, India’s first carbon-composite launch vehicle. His role is advisory and non-exclusive. Skyroot has also partnered with Axiom Space for potential collaborations in research and missions. Somanath’s vast experience, including leading Chandrayaan-3 and other ISRO missions, will be invaluable for Skyroot’s endeavors in private space ventures from India.

Blue Origin delays launch of New Glenn mega-rocket | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 5m ago

Blue Origin delays launch of New Glenn mega-rocket | TechCrunch

Blue Origin postponed the inaugural launch of its New Glenn rocket due to a subsystem issue. The delay raises questions about future timing, as Blue Origin aims to enter the heavy-lift market dominated by SpaceX. The company's goal is to safely reach orbit during this launch, essential for carrying a Blue Ring spacecraft demonstrator. This success is vital as Blue Origin seeks to expand beyond sub-orbital space missions and secure contracts with NASA and others.

Axiom Space, Skyroot Aerospace ink MoU for space exploration, access to low-earth orbit - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 18d ago

Axiom Space, Skyroot Aerospace ink MoU for space exploration, access to low-earth orbit - The Economic Times

Axiom Space and Skyroot Aerospace signed an MoU to collaborate on advancing space exploration and access to low-earth orbit. Axiom, after launching its fourth private mission to the ISS, will explore utilizing Skyroot's capabilities for research payloads and orbital missions. This partnership aims to develop integrated launch and orbital solutions, enhancing cooperation between Axiom and the Indian space sector. Skyroot is preparing for the launch of its maiden orbital-class vehicle, Vikram-1.

US startup Axiom Space explores using Indian rockets for space mission

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VCCircle · 8m ago

US startup Axiom Space explores using Indian rockets for space mission

Axiom Space, a US startup constructing a private space station, is considering using Indian launch vehicles for its missions. Axiom Space aims to replace the International Space Station (ISS) in the future and is exploring options to diversify its supply chain. The company is in discussions with India's space agency, ISRO, and private Indian launch companies to identify the best fit for its missions. Additionally, Axiom Space is also exploring collaborations with European nations. India recently opened its space sector to private players and created a venture fund to support space startups.

Orienspace launches most powerful rocket by private Chinese firm

Reuters · 1y ago

Orienspace launches most powerful rocket by private Chinese firm

Beijing startup Orienspace has successfully launched the most powerful rocket developed by a Chinese private sector company. The Gravity-1 rocket delivered three remote-sensing satellites into orbit, marking a significant milestone for the nascent private space industry in China. Orienspace, founded by veterans of China's state space agencies, aims to facilitate more commercial launches in the future, with plans to launch hundreds of satellites. The Gravity-1 can carry a payload of up to 6,500 kg (14,330 lb) into low earth orbit and offers the flexibility of being launched from a mobile sea platform.

SpaceX looks to scale astronaut launch capacity with second Florida pad

TechCrunch · 1y ago

SpaceX looks to scale astronaut launch capacity with second Florida pad

SpaceX is close to certifying its second launch pad for astronaut missions at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Currently, all crewed missions are launched from NASA's Kennedy Space Center, but the addition of a second pad would help alleviate congestion and increase the number of humans SpaceX can send into space. The company has installed a crew access arm and an emergency egress system, including a long orange slide, to ensure safe access and escape options for astronauts. SpaceX plans to use the upgraded pad for its upcoming CRS-30 cargo resupply mission, which will be a precursor to future crew missions.

ISRO's second SpaDeX docking receives 'vote of confidence' for critical tech

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

ISRO's second SpaDeX docking receives 'vote of confidence' for critical tech

The Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) second docking under the SpaDeX Mission has bolstered confidence in India's space industry, emphasizing startups and research bodies. This success marks a milestone in refining docking and undocking technologies crucial for missions like Gaganyaan and India's space station. Achieving docking technology is essential, alongside developing Environmental Control and Life Support Systems for human safety in space. The mission's success supports on-orbit servicing and future human spaceflight scaling.

SpaDeX: ISRO brings satellites within three metres in trial attempt

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

SpaDeX: ISRO brings satellites within three metres in trial attempt

ISRO successfully maneuvered two satellites to within three meters in a space docking trial, safely retracting them afterward. Data analysis will precede the actual docking. Launched on December 30 via PSLV C60 from Sriharikota, the mission carries two satellites, SDX01 and SDX02, into a 475 km orbit. The SpaDeX project aims to demonstrate cost-effective in-space docking technology, positioning India as the fourth nation to master this technique vital for future space missions.

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